Simplified non-communicable disease screening algorithm

The consortium Scaling Up NCD Interventions in Southeast Asia  developed an operational and simple screening algorithm to identify people with NCD-risk factors to be used in community-based programmes. This brief explains the experiences with the introduction of this algorithm in Indonesia.

The algorithm improved the implementation fidelity among cadres. Hence, the simplified screening algorithm could be used for tools to strengthen NCD screening as a package of community-based health services by the cadres. However, repetitive training for cadres with methods of simulation, video review and on the job refresher training are needed. Hence, to improve the sustainability, we call for action from village/community authorities, primary health care and province/district health offices to allocate financing support for the implementation of the NCDs algorithm.